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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to La Rochelle
Cheapest price
$355
Average price
$355
Fastest journey
16 h 22 m
Average duration
16 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
599 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to La Rochelle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to La Rochelle will cost around $355 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $355.
It's difficult to get from London to La Rochelle without transferring at least 2 times.
8:01 PM16h22London12:23 PMLa Rochelle$3551One-way2 transfers
- 8:01 PM16h22London12:23 PMLa Rochelle$3551One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to La Rochelle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to La Rochelle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $350.
Distance: 372 miles (599 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$366 Average price | $107 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 38m Average total duration 17h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to La Rochelle:
A bus is $259 (€207) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to La Rochelle costing on average $366 (€292).
Other travel options to La Rochelle take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
Bus takes on average 17h 8m.
You'll arrive about 4h 8m sooner (5h 36m by train vs 9h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $366 (€292) compared to roughly $141 (€112) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to La Rochelle train times
The table below shows live departures for London to La Rochelle trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 9006+ 8379 | 7:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h32 | 3:03 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
| 9008+8361 | 8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h17 | 4:18 PM La Rochelle station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to La Rochelle
United Kingdom
France
Trains from London to La Rochelle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $350 (€280) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 372 miles (599 km) distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 372 miles (599 km) |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $350 (€280) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 5:00 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurostar from London to La Rochelle trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurostar trains will get you between London and La Rochelle from $58 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to La Rochelle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to La Rochelle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at La Rochelle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to La Rochelle
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Les 4 Sergents
- La Boussole
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Masqhotel
- Hotel Saint Nicolas
- Ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local shuttle services
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